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How to get fromSonoma to Novatoby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Sonoma to Novato by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Line 40 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Sonoma Plaza to Petaluma Transit Mallbus bus 40
    2. Take the train from SMART Petaluma Downtown to SMART Novato Downtowntrain train Smart
    1h 36m

  2. Drive 20.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Sonoma to Novatocar car 20.1 mi
    29 min
    $4–6

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Sonoma to Novatotaxi taxi 20.1 mi
    29 min
    $60–75

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  • Distance: 25.8 mi
  • Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between Sonoma, CA, USA and Novato, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Sonoma to Novato. However, you can take the line 40 bus to Petaluma Transit Mall, walk to SMART Petaluma Downtown, then take the train to SMART Novato Downtown. Alternatively, you can drive from Sonoma to Novato in around 29 min.

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